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Having spent two years playing in west London, where he won the FA Cup and Premier League over a decade ago, it should come as no surprise Barcelona sporting director Deco is venturing back to English shores as he’s been linked with approaches for two Chelsea midfield reinforcements this coming summer – even if head coach Hansi Flick is reportedly content with his existing options.
Continue reading “Report: Deco targets former side Chelsea, Barca want midfield bolstered in January”
David McGoldrick’s first Premier League goals proved pivotal as Sheffield United ultimately cruised to a 3-0 win over third-placed Chelsea – blowing this summer’s race for European football open again with three games left to play. What were five talking points as the Blues succumbed to another frustrating defeat here? Continue reading “Sheffield United 3-0 Chelsea: 5 Talking Points as Blades blast Blues into submission”
Adrian was an unlikely hero on his first Liverpool start, producing the all-important penalty save in the shootout to deny Tammy Abraham and secure the UEFA Super Cup trophy for Jurgen Klopp’s men on a humid evening in Istanbul overnight. Continue reading “Liverpool 3-2 Chelsea (5-4 on pens): 5 Hits and Flops”
Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri has confirmed that midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek will not be loaned out in the upcoming January transfer window. Is this another positive sign of progression or simply a waiting game for the Englishman? Continue reading “Ruben Loftus-Cheek set to remain at Chelsea: Another positive sign?”
Wales began their Nations League campaign in style with a 4-1 thrashing over the Republic of Ireland on Thursday. Ryan Giggs won his first home game in charge. Chelsea teenager Ethan Ampadu earned more admirers. In all, it was an impressive display by a side unlucky to miss out on World Cup qualification last October. Continue reading “DBU’s embarrassing dispute ends: Wales to face full-strength Denmark”
Just two months in, Reece Oxford’s Borussia Mönchengladbach loan has been cut short. The teenager never featured. Other English youngsters should take heed.
Continue reading “Reece Oxford’s failed spell at Gladbach a cautionary tale”
Following his second red card in less than two weeks during Chelsea’s 2-1 away win over Atletico Madrid, questions have once again been asked about David Luiz.
Despite receiving plaudits for his performances upon returning to England’s top flight last term, many believe the Brazilian still has not matured enough to cut out the erratic side of his game. Is it a typical over-reaction by the media, or has Chelsea’s change in formation helped significantly mask his deficiencies?
Continue reading “David Luiz: Not good enough or another media over-reaction?”
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